PRINT Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈprint

Definition of print

as in impression

a perceptible trace left by pressure one telltale sign that I had been napping was the print left by the chenille bedspread on my cheek

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as in photo

a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera we now get our prints developed online

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verb

as in to publish

to produce and release for distribution in printed form the newspaper's motto remains "All the News That's Fit to Print"

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Recent Examples of print

Noun

Lining the wall against the stairs leading to the second floor are art prints of different matchbooks, each from one of her favorite restaurants. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 These soft, comfortable overalls come in a choice of five colors and prints, including navy with white stars and beige with yellow stars. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

Verb

Constance, usually remarkably forthcoming, asked me not to print the song. — Sai Rajagopal, STAT, 4 Aug. 2026 Instead, contact the utility through its official website or the number printed on your bill. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for print

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Noun

The cumulative impression of Alice that the book leaves is of someone moving serenely through life, meeting fond blessings and awful curses both with the same calm equanimity.

— Ian Penman, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
The early impressions of Downs were encapsulated in one moment during the team’s first training camp practice on Wednesday.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of impression

Noun

Key Facts The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said the man, identified as 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele, was arrested after appearing to monitor security preparations at the club by taking photos and video.

— Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Armstrong's old bedroom is now decorated with photos and paintings of the moon landing.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

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Verb

Iran's state broadcaster published the statement by the council's secretary, Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, who is also a commander in the powerful Revolutionary Guard.

— Duarte Dias, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
On Saturday, Yemeni government forces conducted a military operation targeting the Houthis, according to a statement published by Yemen’s Defense Ministry.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of publish

Noun

And what is perhaps most frightening, in those despondent moments that inevitably follow the exhilarating rush, is the realization that this enveloping abyss retains the imprint of our actions.

— Jan Tumlir, Artforum, 5 Aug. 2026
Published by Penguin Press, an imprint of Penguin Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of imprint

Noun

The Presidential Press and Information Bureau, which released the photographs, said the meeting was held Monday morning but did not disclose the location of the meeting or provide details about what was discussed.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
The printing was done within a day, and the quality was better than expected from my phone photograph.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of photograph

Noun

And drug literature can be a hard sell for some, especially if the reader feels anxious about their own coolness, and develops a sort of you-won’t-impress-me-so-there carapace in advance as a form of self-protection.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 June 2026
Three sides of the ground impress, the two biggest especially.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 21 May 2026

Definition of impress

Noun

Just a few hours after dropping pics of herself with voluminous, body-licious curls, Khloé Kardashian decided to kick off August with a fresh hair cut—and introduced us all to her alter ego, Bob Kardashian, in the process.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 7 Aug. 2026
In a timely interview with Mel as the festival began on Wednesday, Nazzaro talked up The Green Eyes, a pic from Fanny Liatard and Jérémy Trouilh’s that addresses deportation.

— Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of pic

Noun

To identify the pieces, look for hallmarks such as 925 and 800, along with stamps including STERLING or the lion passant.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026
In late 2027, states will face an additional $9 billion in food-stamp costs due to funding changes required under the OBBBA.

— Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

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